Programming Essentials
Introduction to programming languages such as Python, Java, Rust or JavaScript.
Hands-on coding exercises and projects.
Course Title: Programming Essentials
Course Duration: 3 to 6 Months
Month 1: Introduction to Programming Concepts
Week 1-2: Understanding Programming Basics
Overview of programming languages
Introduction to algorithms and problem-solving
Setting up the development environment
Week 3-4: Basics of a Programming Language (e.g., Python, JavaScript)
Syntax and structure
Variables, data types, and operators
Control structures: loops and conditionals
Week 5-6: Hands-on Coding and Practice
Simple coding exercises and projects
Debugging and troubleshooting
Version control basics (e.g., Git)
Month 2: Object-Oriented Programming (OOP)
Week 1-2: Principles of OOP
Understanding classes and objects
Inheritance, encapsulation, and polymorphism
Applying OOP concepts in code
Week 3-4: Advanced OOP Concepts
Abstract classes and interfaces
Design patterns
OOP in real-world scenarios
Week 5-6: OOP Project
Building a small project using OOP principles
Collaborative coding and version control
Project presentation and feedback
Month 3: Web Development Fundamentals
Week 1-2: Introduction to Web Development
Basics of HTML, CSS, and JavaScript
Document Object Model (DOM)
Building a simple webpage
Week 3-4: Front-end Development
Responsive design and CSS frameworks
Introduction to front-end libraries (e.g., React, Vue)
Interactive web development
Week 5-6: Back-end Development Basics
Introduction to server-side languages (e.g., Node.js, Python, PHP)
Handling HTTP requests and responses
Building a simple server
Month 4: Databases and Data Management
Week 1-2: Introduction to Databases
Basics of relational databases
SQL fundamentals
Connecting databases to applications
Week 3-4: Data Modeling and Design
Database design principles
Normalization and denormalization
Creating ER diagrams
Week 5-6: Database Project
Implementing a database for a real-world scenario
Integrating the database with a web application
Project presentation and feedback
Month 5: Introduction to API Development
Week 1-2: Understanding APIs
Basics of RESTful and GraphQL APIs
API endpoints and methods
Consuming APIs in applications
Week 3-4: Building APIs
Creating and documenting APIs
Authentication and authorization
Handling API responses and errors
Week 5-6: API Project
Developing a small-scale API
Integrating the API with a front-end application
Project presentation and feedback
Month 6: Final Projects and Certification
Week 1-2: Final Project Briefing
Students receive final project instructions
Selecting a real-world programming project
Week 3-4: Project Execution
Students work on their final projects
Instructor guidance and feedback
Week 5-6: Project Presentation and Certification
Students present their final projects
Certification awarded upon successful completion
Career guidance and next steps in programming
Course Fees: PKR 5000 (Admission) + PKR 3000 per month